Bert.

[John Gryphon]

Deer culler and bushman, Bert Barra.

This story is from the Ex NZFS Deer Cullers book on Arete Forks Hut. By Mike Grace, 2003. Bert Barra Renowned deer culler and animal control expert, is a significant figure in both Wairarapa and 20th century hunting history. During the 1930s and ’40s, Bert shot for Internal Affairs, exceeding...

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[john.g]

good story john , thanks for that

 

[Loki]

Hi John

Thank you for sharing - the world is poorer for the loss of men like Bert, with his experiences, and then some. Hardy fellah in his latter years too.
Twas the flagon of Rum that kept him going methinks........

L